Victories

In October 2020, our client was struck in the head by a falling metal curtain frame from a flatbed trailer after the driver failed to properly secure the trailer’s lock pin. The impact caused our client to lose consciousness and suffer a seizure, resulting in acute head trauma, concussion, and a cascade of ongoing complications. Since the accident, our client has endured persistent physical and psychological difficulties, leading to multiple surgeries and long-term physical, neurological, and ophthalmic treatment. With the dedicated advocacy of HEHN attorneys, our client secured a $1,750,000 settlement to compensate for the life-altering injuries and hardships endured. HEHN fought tirelessly to hold the responsible parties accountable, ensuring that our client received the financial resources needed for ongoing medical care, recovery, and future stability. This result reflects our commitment to standing by our clients and delivering the justice they deserve.

In August 2024, our client’s mother was tragically killed in a head-on collision caused by a driver under the influence of alcohol while working for their employer. Witnesses reported the driver’s erratic and reckless driving just moments before they crossed into oncoming traffic and struck our clients mother’s vehicle, which immediately caught fire and trapped her inside. She was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver walked away with only minor injuries. The devastating loss has left our clients without their mother. HEHN attorneys fought relentlessly on behalf of our clients family and secures a $1,162,500 settlement for their mother’s wrongful death. By holding the responsible parties accountable and aggressively pursuing every avenue of recovery, our team was able to obtain justice and meaningful compensation for our client’s family. This result reflects our firm’s commitment to standing by families during their most difficult times and delivering the financial security they need to begin healing.

In January 2023, our client was rear-ended by a semi-truck while stopped to make a left turn. The force of the collusion pushed their vehicle off the roadway and caused severe injuries to their neck, spine, shoulders, and right arm. They ultimately required an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, multiple injections, physical therapy, and ongoing pain management. Despite extensive treatment, our client continues to suffer from chronic neck and shoulder pain, neurological symptoms, headaches, dizziness, and lasting physical limitations that have permanently affected their quality of life. Through relentless advocacy and detailed presentation of the medical evidence, HEHN attorney’s successfully secured a $981,174 settlement for our client. This result ensured that our client received the compensation necessary to cover medical expenses, ongoing care, and the lasting impact these injuries will have on their life.

In May 2024, while riding a bicycle, our client was struck and run over by a truck making a right turn. Despite visible warning signs altering drivers to yield to cyclists and pedestrians, the driver failed to keep a proper lookout and disregarded the crossing, dragging our client under the truck. As a result, our client sustained catastrophic injuries, including a pronounced deformity of the right femur, multiple fractures, severe muscle trauma, and extensive skin grafting. Our client also suffered head, arm, thigh, and glute injuries, endured repeated hospitalizations and surgeries, and continues to experience lasting pain, scarring, impaired mobility, and permanent physical limitations. Through relentless advocacy, HEHN attorneys secured a $628,500 settlement for our client. This settlement reflects the severity of our client’s catastrophic injuries, the multiple surgeries and skin grafts required, and the permanent mobility limitations our client will face for the rest of their life. This result ensured that our client received the compensation necessary to cover medical expenses, rehabilitation, and the lasting impact of the crash on their quality of life. 

In October 2023, our client was catastrophically injured in a head-on collision while driving for work, requiring emergency extrication and hospitalization. Our client sustained multiple severe injuries, including a clavicle fracture requiring surgical repair with plates and screws, three burst fractures in their lumbar spine, fractures to their dominant hand and wrist, and additional orthopedic injuries that left them with permanent pain, weakness, and functional loss. Their recovery involved surgery, bracing, extensive rehabilitation, and months of medical care – yet our client continues to suffer chronic pain, restricted mobility, and long-term disability that affect both their daily life and their ability to work. Through aggressive representation in both our client’s personal injury and workers’ compensation claims, HEHN attorneys secured a global settlement of $620,000, ensuring accountability for the negligent driver and meaningful compensation for the lasting physical, financial, and emotional toll of this devastating crash.

In June 2023, a routine surgery was mishandled when doctors failed to recognized a rectal perforation, delaying treatment for two days. This led to severe infection, multiple emergency surgeries, a temporary colostomy, and removal of parts of the bowel and colon. Over several months, the patient endured ongoing complications, including repeated hospitalizations and additional surgeries before the colostomy was reversed in March 2024. HEHN attorneys successfully secured a $500,000 settlement (essentially the maximum allowed on medical malpractice cases in the state of MO) on behalf of our client to resolve their claims, addressing both economic and non-economic damages.

In November 2022, our client was exiting their vehicle in a poorly lit parking lot when they stepped into a large pothole and suffered a severe right ankle injury. Our client was transported by ambulance to the hospital, where imaging revealed multiple fractures and a dislocation requiring surgical repair with plates and screws. Despite surgeries and extensive physical therapy, our client continues to experience chronic pain, limited range of motion, and a permanent limp, affecting their mobility and ability to work. HEHN attorneys successfully negotiated a $440,000 settlement for the client to fully resolve their claims.

In July 2024, while stopping to assist a neighbor in distress, our client was viciously attacked by an uncontrolled dog. The mauling caused severe and disfiguring facial injuries, including deep lacerations to the cheek, nose, and lip. Our client underwent multiple surgeries and revisions to repair their injuries but continues to suffer permanent scarring, loss of natural lip color, and facial asymmetry. Beyond the physical damage, our client has also been diagnosed with depression and PTSD, leaving them with lasting emotional trauma, anxiety, and a diminished sense of safety and self-esteem. Our HEHN attorneys fought tirelessly to hold the dog owner accountable and secured a $300,000 settlement for our client. By demonstrating the severity of their facial injuries, the extensive surgeries required, and the permanent physical and emotional scars they continue to endure, our team ensured they received meaningful compensation. This recovery provides our client with the financial support for their medical care and acknowledges the lasting impact this traumatic attack has had on their life.

In November 2023, while attending a church service, our client was struck by a stray bullet when another parishioner’s improperly holstered firearm fell, discharged, and hit our client in the leg. The bullet shattered their knee, exited through their thigh, and caused extensive damage requiring multiple surgeries. Our client continues to suffer from chronic pain, limited mobility, and emotional trauma from the incident. Our HEHN attorneys built a strong case showing the church’s negligence in failing to enforce firearm safety and secured a $450,000 settlement. This recovery helps address our client’s medical bills, lost wages, and the lasting impact of their injuries on their daily life. 

In October 2024, tragedy struck when a vehicle backed out of a private driveway directly into the path of another car traveling northbound. The collision results in the death of a passenger and left the driver with serious injuries that required emergency transport to University Hospital. Despite the devastating loss and life-altering injuries, HEHN attorneys fought hard on behalf of the surviving family members and successfully secured a $450,000 settlement. This recovery provided justice for the victim’s loved ones and much-needed support as they continue to cope with the impact of this preventable crash.

In March 2021, a young tow truck driver was dispatched to assist with a disabled vehicle. While attempting to hook up the car, he was struck by another vehicle that drifted onto the shoulder at highway speed. He suffered catastrophic blunt force injuries, was airlifted to the hospital, and fought for his life for 10 days before tragically passing away. His death left behind a young wife and daughter, along with overwhelming medical expenses and the lifelong loss of income, guidance, and companionship. HEHN attorneys proved the employer’s negligence in failing to provide proper training and safety instruction, and successfully secured a $2,750,000 settlement after obtaining a 537.065 Judgment to deliver justice and provide financial security for his grieving family. 

In August 2024, while visiting a campground, our client was viciously attacked by a dog that suddenly lunged and bit them in the face near the nose and upper lip. The attack caused severe bleeding, puncture wounds, and significant facial trauma requiring emergency medical care and ongoing treatment. HEHN attorneys stepped in to hold the dog’s owner accountable and successfully secured a $180,000 settlement. This recovery helps cover our clients medical expenses and provides compensation for the lasting physical and emotional impact of the attack.

In August 2023, our client was a passenger in a vehicle that attempted an unsafe pass on a highway and was struck head-on by an oncoming semi. The violent crash pushed the vehicle into another truck before it caught fire, and our client had to be pulled from the wreckage before being life-flighted to the hospital. Our client suffered multiple severe injuries, including fractures to their shoulders, spine, pelvis, and ribs, as well as a life-threatening spleen injury that required emergency intervention. Following extensive surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing assisted living care, our clients life has been permanently altered. HEHN attorneys fought tirelessly on their behalf and secured a $1,185,500 settlement to provide justice and financial support for their long-term needs.

In September 2021, our client was struck from behind when a driver failed to brake for slowing traffic in a construction zone, forcing her vehicle into the median. They were transported to the hospital by ambulance and treated for serious head injuries, including two facial lacerations requiring stitches, permanent scarring, a concussion, and vision issues. Our clients recovery required extensive medical treatment, physical therapy, and left lasting impacts on their daily life, education, and athletic career. Through diligent work and advocacy, HEHN attorneys secured a $300,000 settlement to compensate our client for the pain, losses, and long-term impacts caused by this crash. 

In February 2023, a 16-year-old student was violently restrained by a substitute teacher employed at a behavioral healthcare facility, resulting in severe injuries to their left foot. The incident caused multiple displaced fractures and ligament injuries, requiring extensive surgery with hardware implantation. Despite clear policies requiring de-escalation and safe intervention, the staff member used excessive force, leaving the child in lasting pain and unable to bear weight for months. Through aggressive advocacy and by holding the facility accountable for negligent hiring, training, and supervision, HEHN attorneys secured a $300,000 settlement to help cover medical expenses, lost opportunities, and the long-term impact of this traumatic, preventable incident

In January 2022, our client suffered a serious fall at a commercial property due to unsafe conditions, including an incomplete set of steps and a retaining wall without a railing. The fall caused a fractured left clavicle requiring open reduction and internal fixation surgery, nerve damage resulting in brachial plexopathy and left wrist drop, and chronic pain and limited mobility in their left arm. Following extensive medical treatment, therapy, and a prolonged recovery period, HEHN attorneys successfully secured a $1,037,000 settlement, holding the property owner fully accountable for failing to maintain a safe environment and adequately warn of the hazard.

In February 2023, our client was severely injured when another driver, who had fallen asleep at the wheel, crossed into oncoming traffic and caused a head-on collision. The crash left our client with central cord syndrome, a cervical spine injury requiring anterior cervical discectomy and fusion surgery, along with lasting pain, weakness, numbness, and restricted mobility in their neck, shoulders, arm, and hip. After months of intensive medical treatment, physical therapy, and significant lost wages, HEHN attorneys held the negligent driver fully accountable and secured the policy limits, resulting in a $500,000 settlement for our client.

In November 2021, our client was driving when a tractor-trailer pulled out into oncoming traffic, leaving no time to avoid a collision. Our client’s vehicle struck the trailer and became lodged underneath, causing catastrophic injuries. Our client sustained multiple fractures to their femur, tibia, and upper extremities, as well as a dislocated elbow, hand fractures, lacerations, and neurocognitive impairments. They required several major surgeries, extensive rehabilitation, and long-term therapy to regain mobility and function. HEHN attorneys aggressively pursued the case, establishing clear liability against the truck driver and their employer, and successfully secured a $497,500 settlement to compensate for our client’s pain, suffering, and medical expenses.

In February 2021, tragedy struck when our client was traveling southbound during snowy and freezing conditions. A snowplow unexpectedly entered their lane of travel, and the attached plow blade pierced the passenger compartment of their vehicle, causing fatal injuries. This devastating and preventable crash not only took their life but forever changed the lives of their daughter, grandchildren, and family, who continue to endure profound grief and loss from our client’s absence. Despite the immeasurable emotional toll, HEHN attorneys stood by the family, thoroughly investigating the crash, proving negligence, and holding the responsible party accountable. Through our efforts, we secured a $489,000 settlement to help provide some measure of justice and financial support for the family left behind. 

Our client suffered devastating injuries after a breast augmentation and lift procedure was performed negligently, resulting in severe complications including infection, emergency implant removal, and painful reconstructive surgeries. These errors caused permanent disfigurement, scarring, ongoing pain, and emotional trauma, as well as significant financial losses from medical expenses and time away from work. HEHN attorneys thoroughly investigated the malpractice, built a strong case showing clear deviations from the standard of case, and fought for accountability. Our efforts led to a $350,000 settlement, helping provide justice and much-needed support for our client’s recovery. 

Our client, a non-verbal autistic minor with epilepsy, was repeatedly sexually assaulted by another student while riding the school bus, despite supervision by an assigned aide. Multiple incident occurred over several months, as confirmed by video evidence and witness accounts, and prior warning signs or reports of inappropriate behavior were not properly addressed by the school district. This demonstrated a failure to protect a vulnerable student and ensure a safe educational environment. HEHN attorneys, through careful investigation, thorough documentation, and strategic advocacy, highlighted the school district’s liability under the Missouri Human Rights Act and Title IX. Our efforts secured a $595,000 settlement for our client prior to trial, providing meaningful compensation for the repeated abuse and holding the district accountable, while avoiding prolonged litigation. 

In November 2022, a 20-year-old woman was tragically killed when a firearm was negligently discharged by a resident’s grandson at the property where he lived. Responding officers and EMS arrived on scene to find the victim unresponsive, and despite immediate CPR and life-saving efforts, the victim did not survive. The investigation confirmed that the shooting was accidental but fully attributable to the actions of the insured resident’s family member. Through careful advocacy and documentation of the incident, HEHN attorneys successfully negotiated a $300,000 settlement under the applicable insurance policy, providing our clients family with the full compensation for their wrongful death claim prior to trial.

In September 2022, a motorcyclist was severely injured when another driver failed to signal and yield, striking the motorcycle and ejecting the rider. Our client sustained extensive traumatic injuries, including multiple facial lacerations, nasal fractures, rib fractures, and a severe brachial plexus injury requiring multiple nerve repairs and tendon transfers. Through meticulous documentation of the accident and medical evidence, HEHN attorneys secured a $300,000 settlement under the responsible party’s insurance policy, providing full compensation for our client’s injuries and ongoing treatment. 

In July 2021, a 49-year-old man was shot in the head and later died from his injuries after being deliberately targeted and fired upon outside a residence. Law enforcement documented that the shooter admitted to loading a firearm with the intent to kill and carrying out the act, leaving the victim unable to survive the gunshot wound. The tragedy caused profound emotional and financial harm to the victim’s surviving family. Through aggressive pursuit of a wrongful death claim, HEHN attorneys secured a $1,000,000 settlement, ensuring accountability for the fatal shooting and providing the victim’s loved ones with meaningful compensation and justice.

A 60-year-old woman nearly drowned while swimming at a facility after struggling in the pool for approximately 18 minutes without receiving any assistance from the on-duty lifeguard. She was eventually pulled from the water, resuscitated, and transported to emergency care. As a result of this tragic incident, she suffered permanent neurological damage, cognitive impairments, and significant loss of bodily function, requiring ongoing rehabilitation and long-term care. Through extensive investigation, evidence gathering, and legal advocacy, HEHN attorneys demonstrated the facility’s negligence in failing to properly supervise staff and train lifeguards, ultimately securing a $802,000 settlement to compensate for the client’s catastrophic and life-altering injuries.

While residing at a skilled nursing facility, our client – an elderly, wheelchair-bound woman with dementia – was repeatedly sexually assaulted due to the facility’s failure to provide proper supervision, monitoring, and protective care. Medical examinations confirmed extensive physical trauma, including bruising in various stages of healing, swelling, contusions, and subsequent complications – all of which caused severe pain and lasting emotional harm. Through diligent investigation, evidence gathering, and aggressive legal advocacy, HEHN attorneys held the facility accountable for its negligence in safeguarding a vulnerable resident, ultimately securing a $750,000 settlement to compensate for our client’s injuries and suffering. 

Our client was seriously injured after tripping and falling on a dangerously defective sidewalk outside a Missouri bank property, where broken and missing concrete created an unsafe condition. The fall caused a severe hip fracture requiring open reduction surgery with rods, screws, and long-term rehabilitation, as well as ongoing pain, mobility limitations, and difficulty walking. Additional injuries included abrasions and scarring, leaving our client with lasting physical impairment and significant medical expenses. Through thorough investigation and determined advocacy, HEHN attorneys held the property owner accountable for failing to maintain safe premises, ultimately obtaining a $450,000 settlement to compensate for our clients injuries, medical costs, and lost wages.

In March 2022, a 14-year-old boy was tragically shot and killed while visiting a friend’s home, after the homeowner negligently allowed access to a loaded firearm and failed to properly supervise the minors in their care. The weapon, stored in an unsecured safe, was handled by the homeowner’s grandson and was discharged, causing a fatal gunshot wound to the victim’s face and head. Law enforcement confirmed that the shooting occurred while the boys were left unsupervised, and the incident was entirely preventable with reasonable supervision and safe storage practices. Through persistent advocacy and a wrongful death claim based on negligent supervision and entrustment, HEHN attorneys successfully obtained a $300,000 settlement, holding the homeowner accountable and providing some measure of justice for this devastating loss.